Adult / Teen Program

The Oakland Ballet School offers adult classes for those interested in trying ballet for the very first time to the advanced dancer looking to continue their study and enjoyment of dance. Also open to teens 15 and up. Our 5-to-6-week sessions allow dancers to progress their technique, vocabulary, and movement.

Winter / Spring 2026

Beginning Contemporary (New Class!) – Contemporary dance is a dynamic fusion of Classical Ballet, Modern Dance, and Jazz. This ever-evolving style prioritizes fluid, grounded movement over rigid structure, allowing for more personal interpretation and expression.

Pilates for Dancers (New Class!) – This all-levels mat Pilates class is tailored for dancers of all ages, providing a full-body workout that develops the foundational core strength and control essential to ballet technique. Work on external rotation, back extension, single-leg stability, and more in a supportive environment with individual alignment cues and corrections.

Our Introduction to Ballet course is perfect for the absolute beginner or for the dancer who is perhaps returning to ballet for the first time since their youth. The class moves at a more slow and methodical pace, focusing on proper alignment, muscle engagement, and coordination, while learning the basic positions of the legs and arms and foundational movements such as plié, battement tendu, relevé, and souté. Dancers who are brand new to ballet typically attend the Introductory Course two-three times before moving up to the next level.

Introduction to Ballet 2 – This course is a continuation of Intro to Ballet 1 and serve as a bridge between Intro and Beginning Ballet. While still moving at a slower pace than Beginning Ballet, dancers use the foundational movements in the center in simple combinations.

Beginning Ballet – Recommended as a follow-up to our Introduction to Ballet Course 2, for those who have had at least one of previous ballet training, or those returning from an extended break. Using the foundational elements learned in Intro to Ballet, beginning students will expand their ballet vocabulary along with the added elements of port de bras, use of epaulement, and an increased focus on center work.

Advanced-Beginning Ballet – Dancers are introduced to more complex combinations both at the barre and in the center, with an increased focus on turns and allegro in the center. Recommended for dancers with 2+ years of training.

Pilates for Dancers

SPRING SESSION 1
Sunday, 10:00-10:50a
4-week session, March 29 – April 26 (No class April 5)
Fee: $80
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Beginning Contemporary

SPRING SESSION 1
Sunday, 11:00-12:00p
4-week session, March 29 – April 26 (No class April 5)
Fee: $84
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Introduction to Ballet

SPRING SESSION 1
Tuesday, 6:30-7:30p
This class is full! Complete the form to be added to the waitlist.
Spring Session 2 begins May 12.
5-week session, March 31 – May 5 (No class April 7)
Fee: $105
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Saturday, 10:00-11:00a
5-week session, March 28 – May 9 (No class April 11 & May 2)
Fee: $105
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Introduction to Ballet 2

SPRING SESSION 1
Tuesday, 7:30-8:30p
5-week session, March 31 – May 5 (No class April 7)
Fee: $105
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Beginning Ballet

SPRING SESSION 1
Wednesday, 7:15-8:45p
5-week session, March 18 – April 22 (No class April 8)
Fee: 5-Classes $100 / 4-Classes $84
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Saturday, 11:00-12:30p
5-week session, March 28 – May 9 (No class April 11 & May 2)
Fee: 5-Classes $100 / 4-Classes $84
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Advanced-Beginning Ballet

SPRING SESSION 1
Monday, 7:15-8:45p
6-week session, March 9 – April 20 (No class April 6)
Fee: 6-Classes: $120 / 4-Classes $84
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Registration Procedures

Complete and submit the online registration form.
Once submitted, a follow-up email will be sent including payment options.
Your space in the class will be reserved once payment is received
Questions? You can reach us at contact@oaklandballetschool.com or (510)530-7516.

Dress Code

The adult program has no specific dress code. Dancers may wear ballet attire or any comfortable and sensible exercise attire. Form fitting clothing that is easy to move and stretch in is recommended. Ballet shoes are not required for the Intro Series, however they are recommended. Ballet shoes are required for Beginning and Advanced-Beginning classes.

Updated: September 6, 2022 COVID-19 Procedures for In-Person Classes

Face Mask Optional: The wearing of face masks by attendees is optional. Please note that this policy may change as recommended by county and state guidelines.
Track Your Symptoms & Exposure: Do not attend class if you are not feeling well, have traveled internationally within the past 14 days, have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 in the past 14 days, or have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days.

Open Level Classes

The emphasis in these classes is on the enjoyment of movement, proper alignment, increased strength, and building an appreciation of dance. Classes often begin with floor-barre exercises, which are designed to work on core strength, turn-out, and flexibility, followed by traditional barre and center work. Classes are on-going. Dancers may join at any time!

Advanced Ballet – This combined youth and adult class is ideal for the dancer who studied ballet throughout their youth or extensively as an adult. This challenging class is best for dancers with technical proficiency and a thorough understanding of ballet vocabulary.
Please note, this class is part of our Youth Program. There may be changes to the schedule throughout the year. Please contact the school before dropping-in.

WINTER SESSION

Advanced Ballet (Youth/Adult Class)
Saturday, 1:00-2:45pm

Important Dates
January 6 – Winter/Spring Session begins
February 13 – 16 – Mid-Winter Break, Classes Cancelled
April 6 – 12 – Spring Break, Classes Cancelled

Fees:
Drop-in Classes: $21/class
5-Class Pass: $100 (Class passes are valid over an 8-week period, not including holidays.)

Registration procedures for adult drop-in classes:

Pre-Registration requested.
Returning Dancers, register here (short form). A confirmation will be emailed shortly thereafter.
New Students to OBS, register here. A confirmation will be emailed shortly thereafter.
Please note, forms submitted within 3 hours of the start of class may not receive a response.

Please contact us if you have any questions.

Tuition Policies

Payments are due in full before class.
Class cards are valid for an 8-week period, not including holidays.
A 3% fee will be added for credit card payments.
Returned checks are subject to a fee of $25 per occurrence.
Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Private Lessons

Private lessons are available. Please inquire for details.